--- title: "Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past — check charity number 1200831 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1200831. Education/training charity based in Sheffield. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/society-for-the-study-of-childhood-in-the-past retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:36:59.225Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past is a registered charity (number 1200831) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £2,521 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past? Registered charity number 1200831 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Sheffield Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £2,521 Website [sscip.org.uk](https://sscip.org.uk/) ## What does Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past do? The aim of SSCIP is to promote and support all aspects of the study of children and childhood in thepast from across the globe, for both academic and public benefit ## What causes is Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=society-for-the-study-of-childhood-in-the-past&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://sscip.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past a legitimate charity? Yes. Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1200831) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past's charity number? Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past's charity number is 1200831. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1200831? Search 1200831 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past do? The aim of SSCIP is to promote and support all aspects of the study of children and childhood in thepast from across the globe, for both academic and public benefit Does Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past? Society for the Study of Childhood in the Past's website is https://sscip.org.uk/ — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1200831).